Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District
Teacher Salary and Benefits
There are more than 900 teachers and support staff and nineteen thousand students enrolled at the 45 schools operated by MSBSD . The MSBSD district's salary data displayed in the tables below are taken from several government agencies as noted under each salary table. Note: The information provided below is for informational purposes only, for official information please contact the school district directly.
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MSBSD Teacher Salary Details
The table below displays average salary and ranges for teachers, which is sourced by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for the Anchorage region. There can be wide variations in salary, which can be attributed to experience or education levels. For example, a teacher with a master's in education may have higher salary than an entry level teacher.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,440 | $31,290 - $77,560 |
| Middle School Teacher | $74,770 | $50,130 - $100,000 |
| High School Teacher | $75,180 | $49,260 - $99,480 |
| PE Teacher | $43,870 | $23,710 - $81,540 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Anchorage, SOC Codes: 25-2011, 25-2012, 25-2021, 25-2022, 25-2031, 27-2022, 25-3098, 25-9041
School Administrators and Staff Salary
Learn more about salary ranges and details on school administrators and support staff, including counselors and librarians for the Anchorage area below.
| Average Salary | Salary Range | |
|---|---|---|
| School Administrators (Elementary, Middle, & High School) | $114,280 | $80,890 - $136,100 |
| Guidance & School Counselors | $62,120 | $48,040 - $82,600 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) 2022, MSA: Anchorage, SOC Codes: 11-9031,11-9032,21-1012,25-4021
Employee and Teacher Benefits (Estimated)
The estimated value of administrator and teacher benefits provided by MSBSD is listed below. These estimates are calculated from the figures obtained from the NCES Finance Survey (2012).
| District | Alaska | |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers & Aides | $46,331 | $40,863 |
| Administrators | $32,519 | $28,490 |
Source: Local Education Agency (School District) Finance Survey (F-33) Data (2012)
Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District Jobs and Careers
The following tables outlines the number of teachers, administrators, and support staff that are employed by MSBSD . This information is obtained through a self reported survey provided by the NCES Universe Survey.
Total Number of Teachers Employed
Total number of teachers employed by MSBSD per grade classification is displayed below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Teachers | 914 | 640 | 894 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 49 | 46 | 56 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 428 | 292 | 399 |
| Middle & High School Teachers | 434 | 302 | 440 |
Source: National Center For Education Statistics (NCES), CCD Local Education Agency (School District) Universe Survey 2014
Instructional Supervisors, Coordinators, and Teaching Assistants
Total number of instructional supervisors, coordinators, and teaching assistant jobs are listed in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teaching Assistants | 246 | 245 | 245 |
Source: National Center For Education Statistics (NCES), CCD Local Education Agency (School District) Universe Survey 2014
District and School Administrators and Support Staff
Total number of school administrators and support staff that work for MSBSD are shown in the table below.
| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Administrators & Staff | 650 | 650 | 648 |
| District Administrators | 43 | 44 | 43 |
| District Support Staff | 78 | 78 | 76 |
| School Administrators | 81 | 100 | 93 |
| School Administrative Support Staff | 109 | 110 | 115 |
| Student Support Staff | 89 | 89 | 86 |
| Other Support Staff | 238 | 229 | 235 |
| Librarians | 25 | 21 | 21 |
| Guidance Counselors | 31 | 28 | 28 |
| Middle & High School Guidance Counselors | 27 | 16 | 26 |
MSBSD Schools
We have listed the 45 schools and their contact information, which is operated by MSBSD in the list below. To view additional information about each school click on the school link.
See how other nearby school districts compare in regards to teaching and employment opportunities:
- Anchorage School District (97 Schools)
- Chugach School District (4 Schools)
- Valdez City School District (3 Schools)
- Kenai Peninsula Borough School District (43 Schools)
- Copper River School District (6 Schools)
Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District Map & Boundaries
Schools By City
Click on the city name to see the list of schools in that city.
- Big Lake (2)
- Eagle River (1)
- Houston (1)
- Palmer (13)
- Sutton (2)
- Talkeetna (2)
- Trapper Creek (1)
- Wasilla (22)
- Willow (1)
Teaching in Big Lake
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Lake Elementary School Mile 4.5 South Big Lake Rd Big Lake AK 99652 (907) 892-9700 |
PK-5 | 26 | 439 |
| Houston High School 12501 West Hawk Rd Big Lake AK 99652 (907) 892-9400 |
9-12 | 20 | 380 |
Teaching in Eagle River
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska Middle College School 10928 Eagle River Rd Eagle River AK 99577 (907) 746-8494 |
11-12 | 3 | 83 |
Teaching in Houston
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston Middle School 12801 West Hawk Ln Houston AK 99694 (907) 892-9500 |
6-8 | 21 | 388 |
Teaching in Palmer
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Academy Charter School 801 East Arctic Palmer AK 99645 (907) 746-2358 |
KG-8 | 17 | 235 |
| Beryozava School 501 North Gulkana Palmer AK 99645 (907) 746-9239 |
KG-12 | 1 | 17 |
| Birchtree Charter School 7101 East Palmer Wasilla Hwy Palmer AK 99645 (907) 745-1831 |
KG-8 | 17 | 333 |
| Butte Elementary School 4006 South Butte Rd Palmer AK 99645 (907) 861-5200 |
PK-5 | 19 | 316 |
| Colony High School 9550 East Colony School Dr Palmer AK 99645 (907) 861-5500 |
9-12 | 47 | 1,100 |
| Colony Middle School 9250 Colony School Dr Palmer AK 99645 (907) 761-1500 |
6-8 | 31 | 655 |
| Matanuska Susitna Secondary School 501 North Gulkana Palmer AK 99645 (907) 746-9212 |
6-12 | 0.8 | 13 |
| Palmer High School 1170 West Arctic Ave Palmer AK 99645 (907) 746-8400 |
9-12 | 38 | 794 |
| Palmer Middle School 1159 South Chugach Palmer AK 99645 (907) 761-4300 |
6-8 | 30 | 641 |
| Pioneer Peak Elementary School 1959 North Trunk Rd Palmer AK 99645 (907) 861-5700 |
PK-5 | 23 | 407 |
| Sherrod Elementary School 561 North Gulkana St Palmer AK 99645 (907) 761-4100 |
3-5 | 24 | 436 |
| Swanson Elementary School 507 North Gulkana Palmer AK 99645 (907) 861-5300 |
PK-2 | 26 | 449 |
| Valley Pathways School 1150 North France Rd Palmer AK 99645 (907) 761-4650 |
9-12 | 9 | 168 |
Teaching in Sutton
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glacier View School 21970 West Glenn Hwy Sutton AK 99674 (907) 745-5122 |
KG-12 | 4 | 39 |
| Sutton Elementary School 4 Wright Way Mi 61 Glenn Hwy N Sutton AK 99674 (907) 861-5600 |
KG-5 | 4 | 38 |
Teaching in Talkeetna
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Susitna Valley High School Mile 98.6 Parks Hwy Talkeetna AK 99676 (907) 733-9300 |
7-12 | 12 | 165 |
| Talkeetna Elementary School Mile 14 Talkeetna Spur Rd Talkeetna AK 99676 (907) 733-2252 |
PK-6 | 6 | 111 |
Teaching in Trapper Creek
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trapper Creek Elementary School Mile 2.5 Petersville Rd Trapper Creek AK 99683 (907) 733-2298 |
PK-6 | 4 | 37 |
Teaching in Wasilla
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burchell High School 1775 West Parks Hwy Wasilla AK 99654 (907) 864-2600 |
9-12 | 13 | 265 |
| Correspondence Study School 600 East Railroad Ave Wasilla AK 99654 (907) 864-2040 |
KG-12 | 16 | 1,496 |
| Cottonwood Creek Elementary School 800 North Seward Meridian Wasilla AK 99654 (907) 864-2100 |
PK-5 | 25 | 451 |
| Finger Lake Elementary School 5981 Eek St Wasilla AK 99654 (907) 864-2200 |
PK-5 | 19 | 307 |
| Fred and Sara Machetanz Elementary School 4691 East Nelson Rd Wasilla AK 99654 (907) 864-2300 |
PK-5 | 26 | 412 |
| Fronteras Charter School 7010 East Bogard Rd Wasilla AK 99654 (907) 745-2223 |
KG-8 | 14 | 233 |
| Goose Bay Elementary School 6400 Hollywood Blvd Wasilla AK 99687 (907) 352-6400 |
PK-2 | 26 | 534 |
| Iditarod Elementary School 801 North Wasilla Fishhook Rd Wasilla AK 99654 (907) 352-9100 |
PK-5 | 24 | 352 |
| John Shaw Elementary School 3750 East Paradise Ln Wasilla AK 99654 (907) 352-0500 |
PK-5 | 24 | 442 |
| Knik Elementary School 6350 West Hollywood Wasilla AK 99654 (907) 352-0300 |
3-5 | 24 | 439 |
| Larson Elementary School 2722 East Seldon Rd Wasilla AK 99654 (907) 352-2300 |
PK-5 | 23 | 394 |
| Mat-Su Career & Technology Education High School 2472 North Seward Meridian Par Wasilla AK 99654 (907) 352-0400 |
9-12 | 27 | 423 |
| Mat-Su Day School 3901 East Bogard Rd Wasilla AK 99654 (907) 376-0459 |
KG-12 | 7 | 75 |
| Meadow Lakes Elementary School 1741 Pittman Rd Wasilla AK 99687 (907) 352-6100 |
PK-5 | 25 | 434 |
| Midnight Sun Family Learning Center School 7362 West Parks 714 Wasilla AK 99623 (907) 357-6786 |
KG-8 | 7 | 163 |
| Midvalley High School 7362 West Parks Hwy 723 Wasilla AK 99623 (907) 352-0150 |
KG-12 | 10 | 191 |
| Snowshoe Elementary School 2001 West Fairview Loop Wasilla AK 99645 (907) 352-9500 |
PK-5 | 22 | 393 |
| Tanaina Elementary School 2550 Lucille St Wasilla AK 99654 (907) 352-9400 |
PK-5 | 23 | 432 |
| Teeland Middle School 2788 North Seward Meridian Par Wasilla AK 99654 (907) 352-7500 |
6-8 | 36 | 702 |
| Twindly-Bridge Charter School 141 East Seldon Rd Wasilla AK 99654 (907) 376-6680 |
KG-12 | 3 | 259 |
| Wasilla High School 701 Bogard Rd Wasilla AK 99654 (907) 352-8200 |
9-12 | 59 | 1,215 |
| Wasilla Middle School 650 Bogard Rd Wasilla AK 99654 (907) 352-5300 |
6-8 | 39 | 798 |
Teaching in Willow
| School | Grades | Full-Time Teachers | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Elementary School Mile 69.5 Parks Hwy Willow AK 99688 (907) 495-9300 |
PK-6 | 10 | 130 |